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The Compasses The Compasses is a treasure of a pub in Tunbridge Wells Book now for festive food and drinks this Christmas! Make your next occasion one to enjoy.
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Welcome to The Compasses, the oldest public house in Tunbridge Wells, Kent. Serving up quality pub food and drinks in a friendly and relaxed atmosphere since the 17th century, we offer something for everyone. Come enjoy a beer-battered cod, hearty pies, bbq chicken wings, or pan-seared steak, all served with a side of live music, football, darts and a live fireplace. Whatever the occasion, you can look forward to a relaxed setting and an enjoyable visit. It is an easy choice for catching up, spending time together and enjoying a laid-back visit. Book your table today and enjoy a warm welcome at The Compasses.

03/11/2026

✨The Christmas Lights Big Switch On✨

🎵🎶🎤Live music with Joe Jox 🎤🎶🎵

Come and join us at the Compasses for the Big light switch on from 7pm on the 12th of November 😇

Accompanied by some live music with Joe Jox bringing in the festive vibes in style💫

This years celebration is extra special as we are supporting support.
Throughout the evening we will be raising vital funds for this amazing charity, helping to provide essential support for people living with cancer and their loved ones.
We hope you will be joining us in giving generously and helping us make a meaningful difference within our community

Come and celebrate the turning of the season at the Compasses with our seasonal ales, fine w**es and open fires 🔥🔥🔥

Bringing in the festive season with bright lights, live music, good food, good b**r and good people ✨✨

03/11/2026

The Big Christmas Shift is back, and Santa has a confession to make… 👀🎅

From 2nd-5th December, we’re celebrating all the shift workers by giving away 30,000 free festive meals! 🎁 That's right - Christmas has come early! 🎄

Sign up for yours now through the link - signups close 16th November: https://www.greeneking.co.uk/christmas/big-christmas-shift

*T&C's apply, UK residents aged 18+ and over

🎃👻It's that time of the month again👻🎃We have the incredible JT Band blessing us with some absolute classics over the spo...
29/10/2026

🎃👻It's that time of the month again👻🎃

We have the incredible JT Band blessing us with some absolute classics over the spooky season 👻🎃

So grab a body 💀 and shake a leg🦵we're going 6 feet deep down at the Compasses tonight ⚰️

Come and warm up at the Compasses with a Deluxe Hot Chocolate perfect for these miserable rainy days, why not spice it u...
23/10/2026

Come and warm up at the Compasses with a Deluxe Hot Chocolate perfect for these miserable rainy days, why not spice it up with a shot of Baileys or Tia Maria

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🐕 There's a new Dog in town 🐕 They call him the 'Sun Dog' a refreshing golden ale with a tropical and grapefruit bite wi...
21/10/2026

🐕 There's a new Dog in town 🐕

They call him the 'Sun Dog' a refreshing golden ale with a tropical and grapefruit bite with a balanced light malt flavour 🌞

A seasonal ale that's bark is as big as its bite

Head along to the Compasses for a seasonal treat come and warm up in our cozy pub 🍻

🎃TRICK OR TREAT🎃Now that Spooky Season is upon us we have something a little special for you!! 🍻 Head down to the Compas...
21/10/2026

🎃TRICK OR TREAT🎃

Now that Spooky Season is upon us we have something a little special for you!! 🍻

Head down to the Compasses for a spooky seasonal ale and a chat with our resident Ghost 'Mrs Peak' 👻

The Haunted Highlander brewed with the finest Rye, its rich full flavour will send a shiver down your spine, perfect for raising spirits this Halloween 🎃

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09/10/2026

Love pubs? We need your support!

Hospitality brings communities together, but right now three hospitality business are closing every day. That’s why we're backing the call to cut VAT for hospitality from 20% to 10% and help secure the future of the sector.

Nearly 400,000 people have already signed. Now it's your turn.

📲 Scan the QR code or visit vatstheproblem.co.uk to add your name.

🥳🥳 New specials at the Compasses 🥳🥳We have the perfect dishes to welcome in the colder days and chillier evenings ☃️ Sta...
07/10/2026

🥳🥳 New specials at the Compasses 🥳🥳

We have the perfect dishes to welcome in the colder days and chillier evenings ☃️

Starters
Camembert Fondue (v) topped with balsamic heritage tomatoes with Ciabatta and peppers for dipping

Buffalo Panko Chicken
Crispy panko chicken strips with Franks Buffalo hot sauce, crumbled stilton and chives

Mains
Venison and Creamy Green Peppercorn Pie
Served with creamy chive mash, seasonal vegetables and rich gravy

Fish Pie
Cod, king prawns and smoked salmon in a Chardonnay and chive sauce, topped with cheesy crushed potatoes, served with garlic herb ciabatta and minted samphire peas

Croxton Manor Cheddar, Double Gloucester & Leek Pie
Topped with cheesy crushed potatoes and served on a bed of brassica vegetables

Desserts
Black Forest Tiramisu
Shortbread biscuit layered with whipped cream, black cherry compote and finished with cocoa powder

Maple Sticky Toffee Pudding
Jersey clotted cream, ice cream, crumbled sticky toffee sponge finished with whipped double cream, maple syrup and shortbread

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Raise a glass to happy hour 🍻Suns out so why not join us for the LAST DAY on 241 on a selected drinks today.
01/10/2026

Raise a glass to happy hour 🍻

Suns out so why not join us for the LAST DAY on 241 on a selected drinks today.

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Tunbridge Wells

Opening Hours

Monday 12pm - 11pm
Tuesday 12pm - 11pm
Wednesday 12pm - 11pm
Thursday 12pm - 11pm
Friday 12pm - 11pm
Saturday 12pm - 11pm
Sunday 12pm - 10pm

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+441892530744

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